Nikita Matinian vs Yi Zhu
Moscow Open A 2016, 2016 · Result ½–½ · Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90).
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Game details
- White
- Nikita Matinian (2476)
- Black
- Yi Zhu (2295)
- Result
- ½–½
- Event
- Moscow Open A 2016
- Year
- 2016
- Opening
- Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90)
About this chess game
This chess game between Nikita Matinian (2476) and Yi Zhu (2295) was played at Moscow Open A 2016 in 2016 and finished ½–½. The opening was the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (B90). You can replay the full game move by move on the interactive board above, or open it on the CipherChess analysis board to study every move with the Stockfish engine.
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Frequently asked questions
Who won Nikita Matinian vs Yi Zhu?
Nikita Matinian vs Yi Zhu (2016) finished ½–½, and the game was drawn.
What opening was played in Nikita Matinian vs Yi Zhu?
The game opened with the Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation (ECO B90).
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